Recipe: BBQ Turkey Meatloaf Cups with Mashed Cauliflower

Looking for some creative new recipes? Or are your kids just sick and tired of that meatloaf you keep churning out week after week? These adorable, bite-sized goodies are packed full with protein for a healthy after-school snack or dinner for the family!

These meatloaf cups are the perfect way to sneak in good protein and fresh vegetables without your picky eaters even knowing! The sweetness of the BBQ sauce combines with the spices for a perfect, savory flavor. No one will even know just how healthy they're eating!

Plus, the mashed cauliflower is a healthy and delicious alternative to mashed potatoes. Even your hubby won’t be able to stop popping these babies!

Recipe: BBQ Turkey Meatloaf Cups with Mashed Cauliflower

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 35 minutes

Yield: 6 servings

Serving size: 2 muffins

Ingredients

!Turkey Meatloaf Cups:

1½ pounds lean ground turkey

2 egg whites

½ cup Italian breadcrumbs

½ cup onion, diced

½ cup green pepper, diced

½ cup carrot, grated

½ cup low sugar tomato ketchup

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

2 teaspoons minced garlic

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

¼ cup low-sugar BBQ sauce

!Mashed Cauliflower:

1 medium head cauliflower

1/3 cup low sodium chicken broth

2 tablespoons light sour cream

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

chopped parsley or chives for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400º F.

Lightly coat a 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.

Once turkey cups are in the oven, start your cauliflower mash: cut cauliflower heads into small florets. Place the cauliflower florets in a microwave-safe bowl with 1/4-1/2 cup water, cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 3 to 5 minutes, or until fork-tender.

Place the cauliflower in a food processor. Add chicken broth, sour cream, salt and pepper; puree until creamy.